Senior Environmental Claim Specialist

What you'll be doing: The senior environmental claim specialist manages processes and resolves claims assigned by the unit director/team manager. Evaluates coverage, liability, and loss value and resolves claims within prescribed authority. S/he communicates with policyholders/customers, witnesses, claimants, remediation experts, counsel and others to gather claim facts. Communications is generally via phone and email, but may include in person contact and travel. The incumbent maintains adequacy of reserve levels for both loss and expense. Reviews policies, analyzes coverage, and issues coverage position letters to customers, in concert with legal staff. Tracks litigation expenses on assigned cases and makes recommendations to improve litigation expense management. S/he negotiates settlements with attorneys, claimants, and co-defendants, and cost share agreements with other carriers. This position coordinates closely with counsel in the development of legal strategies. Presents company position on coverage and disposition issues. Prepares for and attends trials, hearings, and conferences. Keeps management informed of developments and confers with in-house and outside counsel and management on jurisdictional issues. Updates files and provides comprehensive reports as required, in accordance with established departmental procedures.

What your background should be: A qualified candidate should have advanced knowledge of environmental general liability claims principles and methods, and claims operations and procedures. S/he should have strong interpersonal and communication skills. The applicant should have minimum 7 years of related work experience. License required in some states.

Required Schooling / Training: College education or equivalent training; bachelor degree preferred

Who is the client company: The client is an American diversified global insurance company.; If you are interested in this position, send your resume to apply@kochdavis.com